The Galaxie Chicago's Art Blog!

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

When we set out, in November of 2006, the goal was to create a space where a multitude of arts can thrive, respond to one another, co-exist, and raise the bar of achievement in the Chicago creative community. We succeeded. We have played host to hundreds of performances, classes, workshops, art exhibitions, creatives-in-residence, new ideas, andcreative foundations. At any moment during our past 4 years, one could enter The Galaxie and be struck by the sounds of clowns, the meditations of martial artists, the music of the swing era, a glimpse of painters and sculptors working, live African drum sounds emanating from a back room, actors rehearsing their lines, the whirl of a sewing machine, the voices of singers in perfect harmony, or kids swinging from aerial silks. Just about anything could happen at The Galaxie, and it did.

The Galaxie has been the result of the participation of artists, performers, devotees and students of the arts young and old. All of these creative factions coming together to support one another, and the creative process. Again- we succeeded.

Now, 4 years later, it is with a feeling of great accomplishment, and a great deal of sadness that we announce that The Galaxie will be closing as of September.

The business of art has always been challenging, and in the tough economic times that we are now experiencing, it has become more important then ever to support the arts. The loss of private and foundation based funding has struck the very core of arts organizations throughout the city and the country. School arts programming, theater companies, dance companies, private artists and educational institutions all need your support now more then ever. Through your support of visual and performing arts places that build a home for working artists, like The Galaxie, will thrive once more.

My sincerest thank you to everyone who has participated throughout the years; supported, imagined, dreamed, moved, believed.

Keep your eyes peeled to see what the Galaxie has in store for future classes, workshops and Galaxie hosted events at locations though-out the city.

With gratitude to all,

Nicolle Wood

Director

The Galaxie

Where expression matters

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Tuesday, June 1, 2010

You are cordially invited to the 4th Annual Square Foot Closing Reception on Friday, June 4th, 2010 from 6-8 PM. This is a great casual opportunity for you to celebrate, meet fellow artists, and share your work one last time to interested parties. Light refreshments will be provided, and our doors will be open for warm summer breeze.

Monday, April 26, 2010

Rent any one of our available rooms to shoot in for $100 per day, weekdays noon-7pm (earlier hours based upon availability) with a reserved rental, for the entire month of May.

Gain full access to our large open spaces and dressing rooms for your photo and film needs.

Remember: The Galaxie boasts 3 large studios, dressing/green rooms, kitchen/prep area, ample parking, access to public transportation, client waiting areas, free WiFi, and a great and creative atmosphere sure to impress you AND the client.

For more information, and to reserve a space email katy@galaxiechicago.com

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

The deadline is approaching for Spring Art Class Sign-ups @ The Galaxie! All classes are six weeks, take place at night, and are taught by working professionals in the Chicago area. Come take part in our active artists community and develop your artistic side. Click on the classes to see your teachers artwork!